---
title: MAI CHAU 1 DAY TOUR | HIDDEN CHARM | SHARED or PRIVATE OPTIONS
lang: en
type: tour
city: Hanoi
country: Vietnam
price: 28
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.75
reviews: 102
duration_minutes: 480
duration_max_minutes: 720
languages: [en]
free_cancellation: "true"
rank_in_category: 17 of 19 (Day Trips from Hanoi)
schedule_checked: 2026-10-21
data_updated: 2026-10-21
canonical: https://guidekin.com/vietnam/hanoi/tours/mai-chau-1-day-tour-hidden-charm-shared-or-private-options/
---

# MAI CHAU 1 DAY TOUR | HIDDEN CHARM | SHARED or PRIVATE OPTIONS

In our comparison: #17 of 19 in Day Trips from Hanoi, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

1. Mai Chau in a Day: Adventure Awaits! Nestled in the heart of Vietnam, Mai Chau is a one-day escape waiting to be explored. 

2. Tailored for Everyone**: Our Mai Chau day tour is designed to fit all ages, abilities, and budgets, offering a wide range of exciting activities and sightseeing.

3. All-Inclusive Convenience**: We take care of it all - from hotel pick-up to delicious meals, comfortable transportation, and enthusiastic guides, leaving you with nothing to worry about.

4. Mai Chau Unveiled**: Mai Chau - Authentic Adventures leads the way in organizing one-day tours to this captivating destination. Join us and uncover the beauty and culture of Mai Chau in a single day!

Best regards,
Authentic Adventures Vietnam

## Before you book

- Hotel pickup: no car needed
- 4 start times: between 07:30 and 13:30
- Food included: see what is included
- Wheelchair accessible: operator-marked
- Strollers OK: infants accepted
- Age rule: Specialized infant seats are available

**Pickup:** Hotel pickup included

## Key facts

- Price: from €28 per person for the Mai Chau Cycling Activity Only option; other options up to €120
- Duration: 8h–12h
- Rating: 4.75/5 from 102 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Authentic Adventures
- Group: Shared tour · private option available
- Guide languages: English
- Start times: 07:30, 08:00, 08:30, 13:30
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-21

## Reviews

4.75 from 102 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
92% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 94 of 102.

- 5 stars: 87 (85%)
- 4 stars: 7 (7%)
- 3 stars: 7 (7%)
- 2 stars: 0 (0%)
- 1 star: 1 (1%)

## Tour options

Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page.

| Option | Price | Guide languages | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mai Chau Cycling Activity Only | €28 / person | English | Travelers in Mai Chau: For travelers who have already been in Mai Chau and want to join a guided cycling activity there Duration: 3 hours Mai Chau: Note : You will be picked up in Mai Chau ( Not Hanoi ) Not included : Transportation, Lunch Pickup included |
| Group Tour | €49 / person | English | - contact us to book : - Best discount and offer - Cycling around villages in the valley - Enjoy nice local food Duration: 1 day Lunch at homestay Hanoi - Mai chau - hanoi Group Limousine bus Included : Included : All-Inclusive, Group transfer, Lunch, English speaking tour guide, Fees, Guided cycling/walking Activity, water Pickup included |
| Private tour | €120 / person (for 2+ people) | English | contact to book and discount: Walking/Cycling around nice villages and rice fields, nature, private car, comfortable time Duration: 12 hours lunch at homestay Private car Included: Included : All-Inclusive, Private transfer, Lunch, private tour guide, Guided cycling/walking Activity Pickup included |

## What's included

- Bottled water
- Lunch
- Air-conditioned vehicle

## Not included

- Snacks
- Gratuities

## Itinerary

1. **Thung Khe Pass** (15m; admission included) - On the way, during your journey, you'll be treated to a scenic drive featuring Thung Khe mountain pass, a true gem among Vietnam's breathtaking mountain passes. Plus, you'll have the chance to explore the vibrant local market of the Muong ethnic minority nestled right on the...
2. **Mai Chau** (4h) - Visitors to Mai Chau have a fun choice to make: they can either strut their stuff on a stroll or pedal their way through the picturesque rice fields and villages with a chirpy English-speaking tour guide, or they can zip around in an electric car (for a little extra...

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 07:30, 08:00, 08:30, 13:30
- Schedule last checked: 2026-10-21
- These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout.

## Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

## Good to know

- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels

## Compared with other Day Trips from Hanoi

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #17 of 19** | €28 | 8h–12h | 4.75 (102) | shared |
| [Ban Gioc Waterfall 1,2,3 days - Daily tour/Open tour/Private tour](/vietnam/hanoi/tours/ban-gioc-waterfall-1-2-3-days-daily-tour-open-tour-private-tour/?format=md) | €148 | 8h | 5.0 (78) | shared |
| [From Hanoi: Ban Gioc Waterfall - Angel Mountain 2D/1N By Car](/vietnam/hanoi/tours/from-hanoi-ban-gioc-waterfall-angel-mountain-2d-1n-by-car/?format=md) | €171 | 2 days | 4.95 (125) | shared |
| [Bavi Eco Tour: Immerse in Authentic Village Life Outside Hanoi](/vietnam/hanoi/tours/bavi-eco-tour-immerse-in-authentic-village-life-outside-hanoi/?format=md) | €181 | 6h | 4.99 (70) | shared |

Ranked #17 of 19 in Day Trips from Hanoi by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €28 to €470, median €171; typical length 2 days. 3 of 19 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market.

Full list: https://guidekin.com/vietnam/hanoi/day-trips-from-hanoi/?format=md

## More in Hanoi

- All Hanoi tours: https://guidekin.com/vietnam/hanoi/?format=md
- This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/vietnam/hanoi/tours/mai-chau-1-day-tour-hidden-charm-shared-or-private-options/

Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/vietnam/hanoi/?format=md
